Pesto Cream Cheese Puff Spirals
Pesto cream cheese puff spirals are a crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines flaky puff pastry with a rich, creamy filling of basil pesto and cream cheese. These golden-brown spirals are not only easy to make but also add a gourmet touch to any gathering. Perfect for brunches, parties, or as a delightful snack, they’re sure to impress your guests with their vibrant flavors and beautiful presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (thawed)
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup basil pesto
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed puff pastry until smooth.
- In a bowl, mix together softened cream cheese and pesto until well combined. Stir in grated Parmesan.
- Spread the cream cheese-pesto mixture evenly over the puff pastry. Roll tightly into a log and slice into 1-inch spirals.
- Place spirals on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them. Brush each with beaten egg.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and puffed up. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 spiral (30g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing sun-dried tomatoes or olives into the filling. To achieve maximum flakiness, keep the puff pastry cold while working with it.